What do you do when someone makes a fake profile of you?

Go to the profile of the impersonating account. If you cant find it, try searching for the name used on the profile or asking your friends if they can send you a link to it. Tap below the cover photo and select Find Support or Report Profile. Follow the on-screen instructions for impersonation to file a report.

Can someone make a fake Facebook profile?

Making a fake Facebook account in and of itself is fairly easy; the tough part is making the account believable. Once you have your profiles details worked out, you can create the profile itself by using the Facebook website on a computer, or by using the Facebook mobile app on an iPhone or Android.

Is it illegal to make a fake account pretending to be someone?

Internet users who create fake profiles could face criminal charges, according to new guidelines. People who use social media accounts under other names to harass and attack others should be charged, according to the Crown Prosecution Service.

Can I sue for impersonation?

In terms of civil law, a person can sue another person in delict for infringing their identity. it causes harm to that person; they were impersonated intentionally; and a court finds that the impersonation was wrongful because it was against societys morals.